Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

The true divide in politics is between those who see problems and want to solve them and those who simply want to exploit them. This is a Government determined to take on even the most complex and difficult problems, to support a strong society and strong economy, to show respect for others and to work constructively with the mandate we have from the Irish people.

In two and a half years, we have helped our country in ways which any fair commentary would acknowledge and in doing so, we showed our commitment to the best values of public service. We understand how much more is still to be achieved and each of our parties, as well as every person nominated to serve as a Minister, is determined to deliver for the Irish people.

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